Species Pubescent Sedge
lime spikelets with green foliage

Pubescent Sedge

Carex hirtifolia

Also Known As - Hairy Sedge,Hairy Wood Sedge
Pubescent Sedge (Carex hirtifolia) is a plant species commonly found in woodlands and wetlands. It has sharp pointed green leaves growing around 12-18 inches tall. Its flowers are small and greenish-brown, emerging in the late spring and early summer. The foliage is usually covered with fine hairs, giving the plant its common name. This species is noted for its mounding habit and can form a large an attractive clump. Pubescent Sedge is easy to grow in moist soil and is often used in garden beds for a delightful contrast to other plants. It also makes an excellent accent in water features, where its flowing form can be appreciated.

Watering:

Average

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Green/Brown Flowers

Sun:

Partial Shade

Soil:

Sand, Loam, Humus Enriched

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Hirsute Sedge should be watered moderately and consistently during its growing season. It should be watered deeply and thoroughly about once a week. During the hottest and driest parts of the summer, it may need more frequent watering up to 2 or 3 times a week. In the spring and fall, watering is not as important and can be reduced to about once a month. In the wintertime, Hirsute Sedge shouldbe watered only when the soil becomes completely dry.

sunlight

Hirsute Sedge is a generally low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant species that thrives in sunny locations. This plant species typically prefers areas that receive at least 6 hours of full sun, preferably in the morning. During warm summer days, the sedge will also tolerate some light shade in the afternoon. Full or partial shade is encouraged during the hottest part of the day to prevent potential scorching or wilting of the leaves. In colder regions, it is best to provide some shelter from strong winds to prevent winter damage.

pruning

Hirsute Sedge should be pruned once a year in late fall or early winter when it is completely dormant. To do this, cut out dead foliage using pruning shears. Cut the stems back to ground level and discard the removed foliage. Pruning the dead foliage helps encourage fresh new growth in the spring. After pruning, cut wider sections of the plant back to 4-6 inches from the ground to encourage thicker and fuller growth.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

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